Variegated Monstera

Variegated Monstera · Pruning

Variegated Monstera · Monstera deliciosa 'Albo-Variegata'
Also known as: Variegated Swiss Cheese Plant, Variegated Monstera, Albo Monstera

Grow in a warm, humid location with bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun which can scorch the leaves. Use a well-draining peat-based potting mix with added perlite or bark. Water when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry, allowing excess water to drain freely; reduce watering in winter. Fertilize monthly during the growing season (spring to autumn) with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength. Maintain temperatures above 15°C; protect from cold drafts and sudden temperature drops.

Watering: Water when top 2 inches of soil are dry, avoid overwateringSunlight: Bright indirect lightAll parts of the plant contain calcium oxalate crystals and are toxic to humans and pets if ingested, causing mouth and throat irritation.

How to Prune Variegated Monstera?

Prune in spring to control size or remove damaged leaves. Cut back leggy stems to just above a node to encourage bushier growth; always use clean, sharp tools.